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SKR 42G

1989 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,948 mi
Last recorded98,948 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKR 42G
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 98,948 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 98,946 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 98,937 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 98,935 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 98,930 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 98,911 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 98,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2008 98,888 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 98,804 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 98,648 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 98,641 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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How Reliable is the Jaguar E-type?

Based on 82,373 MOT tests across 9,288 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
305
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
9,288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,540
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,865
Stop lamp not working 1,387
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,012
Horn not working 993
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SKR 42G is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,273 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar E-type fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKR 42G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar E-type typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 37 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SKR 42G?

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What year was SKR 42G registered?

SKR 42G is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 15 December 1989.

Is SKR 42G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKR 42G shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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